8 Cocktails to Drink on Repeal Day

Celebrate the anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition with a drink, naturally.

Maryse Chevriere

French 75 at Summit Bar

Sunday, December, 5th, marks the 77th anniversary of the end of that dark and legally booze-less era known as the Prohibition. To honor those dedicated, alcohol-loving lushes who kept cocktails alive during the years between 1920 and 1933, why not spend this Repeal Day in intoxicated bliss?

The truly dedicated might attempt a do-it-yourself moonshine, while others might simply opt to visit their favorite local speakeasy-style bar. Alternatively, we've collected recipes for eight great cocktails created during or inspired by the Prohibition. Cheers.

The intent of the rule-breaking imbibers is quite clear from the name of this cocktail. Since it was created during the Prohibition era, those who drank this rye and dry vermouth creation were obviously "scoffing" at the law.

Named after the tony New York speakeasy where it was created. According to culinary historian David Wondrich, when the Vanderbilts and the Windsors needed an under-the-table drink, the Colony Restaurant is where they would go.

You might not guess it, but this scotch-based drink actually has a sweet, fruity touch from the mix of cherry brandy and orange juice. It was named after the 1922 film, Blood and Sand, starring Rudolph Valentino.